Study Abroad Scholarships

International study is one of the best opportunities to prepare students for life beyond the classroom.

Research shows that students who participate in foreign study programs have better grades, increased retention, and graduate from college at higher rates than students who do not study abroad. What’s more, the experience helps build the critical thinking, problem solving, time management, and communication skills that have become requirements for success in today’s global marketplace. Thanks to generous donors who understand the value of international travel, a growing number of students receive scholarships of up to $2,000 to help cover the cost of their study abroad trip.

This year, SPC students will travel to places like Australia to get hands-on experience in veterinary health, Costa Rica to hone their Spanish skills, Jamaica to practice dental services and England to study Psychology.

“While self-discovery wasn’t in the program’s description, it was something I most certainty learned on the trip”

SPC student Michael Gruber on his study abroad trip in Italy

A study abroad scholarship helped SPC Biology student Michael Gruber travel to Italy in Spring 2016 to study Humanities. Michael has always been fascinated by the language and culture of foreign nations but never had the ability to travel outside of the United Sates. In the midst of studying and experiencing the artwork, architecture and history of Italy, Michael also learned more about himself.

Upon returning home to SPC, Michael has found a new appreciation for his studies and says he knows that his study abroad experience created memories that will last a lifetime.

“The fierce waves and fabulous lunch in Biarritz, the magical mist and sweeping views of San Sebastián, the illuminated buildings of Salamanca, the tight goodbye hugs from my Spanish mom, a spontaneous photo shoot outside of a cave in Zamora–this and so much more will be kept in my heart as a gift.”

Christina Lopez, Spain

“The people of Vietnam are warm and welcoming, ensuring you’re taken care of. Mornings are bustling with a generation used to communal exercise as early as 5am. The patriotism is felt in every corner, in the cuisine, and in their beautiful landscape.”